Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say there are sidewalks

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say it's dog friendly

Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Are the streets well-lit in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say kids play outside

Would people walk alone at night in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's wildlife

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are community events

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 249 E Dunham Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 249 E Dunham Ave in Des Moines, IA is $173,300 .

What is the price history for 249 E Dunham Ave?

249 E Dunham Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $139,900 in December 2020.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.

Does 249 E Dunham Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 249 E Dunham Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 249 E Dunham Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 249 E Dunham Ave in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.

OFF MARKET

$173,300

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,054 sqft

249 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,203/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 10, 2020 for $139,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$173K

Since last month

$4K (-2.1%)

Since last year

$3K (-1.9%)

Since last sale

$33K (+23.8%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +128% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$173K
August 2026	$173K
July 2026	$177K
June 2026	$176K
May 2026	$176K
April 2026	$176K
March 2026	$172K
February 2026	$170K
January 2026	$171K
2025
December 2025	$169K
November 2025	$173K
October 2025	$173K
September 2025	$174K
August 2025	$177K
July 2025	$177K
June 2025	$180K
May 2025	$181K
April 2025	$180K
March 2025	$178K
February 2025	$176K
January 2025	$176K
2024
December 2024	$176K
November 2024	$178K
October 2024	$177K
September 2024	$176K
August 2024	$176K
July 2024	$178K
June 2024	$180K
May 2024	$180K
April 2024	$178K
March 2024	$176K
February 2024	$173K
January 2024	$173K
2023
December 2023	$174K
November 2023	$175K
October 2023	$176K
September 2023	$176K
August 2023	$176K
July 2023	$174K
June 2023	$173K
May 2023	$173K
April 2023	$170K
March 2023	$166K
February 2023	$161K
January 2023	$161K
2022
December 2022	$161K
November 2022	$161K
October 2022	$165K
September 2022	$168K
August 2022	$167K
July 2022	$168K
June 2022	$172K
May 2022	$172K
April 2022	$170K
March 2022	$168K
February 2022	$166K
January 2022	$165K
2021
December 2021	$164K
November 2021	$162K
October 2021	$161K
September 2021	$159K
August 2021	$159K
July 2021	$159K
June 2021	$157K
May 2021	$155K
April 2021	$152K
March 2021	$151K
February 2021	$149K
January 2021	$140K
2020
December 2020	$140K
November 2020	$137K
October 2020	$135K
September 2020	$116K
August 2020	$116K
July 2020	$115K
June 2020	$112K
May 2020	$111K
April 2020	$109K
March 2020	$111K
February 2020	$112K
January 2020	$110K
2019
December 2019	$113K
November 2019	$114K
October 2019	$115K
September 2019	$116K
August 2019	$120K
July 2019	$118K
June 2019	$121K
May 2019	$121K
April 2019	$126K
March 2019	$125K
February 2019	$119K
January 2019	$116K
2018
December 2018	$117K
November 2018	$112K
October 2018	$101K
September 2018	$104K
August 2018	$101K
July 2018	$102K
June 2018	$109K
May 2018	$104K
April 2018	$102K
March 2018	$107K
February 2018	$103K
January 2018	$103K
2017
December 2017	$103K
November 2017	$108K
October 2017	$107K
September 2017	$104K
August 2017	$105K
July 2017	$94K
June 2017	$95K
May 2017	$96K
April 2017	$101K
March 2017	$97K
February 2017	$96K
January 2017	$97K
2016
December 2016	$86K
November 2016	$82K
October 2016	$81K
September 2016	$76K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1709 SE 1st St, Des Moines, IA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/19/25	1	1	684

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
245 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$170,100	3	1	1,344	Off Market
241 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$142,200	2	1	929	Off Market
237 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$142,200	2	1.5	1,216	Off Market
233 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$160,700	2	1	980	Off Market
227 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	13.56	$176,000	3	1	1,253	Off Market
221 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$150,800	2	1	896	Off Market
244 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$158,500	2	1	1,082	Off Market
238 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$172,600	3	2	1,328	Off Market
234 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$156,100	4	1	1,276	Off Market
224 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$172,000	6	2	1,592	Off Market
220 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$132,100	2	1	980	Off Market
214 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$174,200	3	2	1,040	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1910

1,054 sqft

$164/sqft

Garage

About this House

WELCOME HOME! This fabulous two-story, two bed, two bath home with incredible updates and LVP floors is a must see. The home features a beautiful cedar, wrap-around deck, two and a half car garage, fenced-in backyard, Leaf Guard gutters and a large 10x10 shed. Schedule your showing today!

249 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,054 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1910. It last sold for $139,900 on Dec 10, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $173,300, with a rent estimate of $1,435/month.

Home Details for 249 E Dunham Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1910Year Updated: 2020
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5009 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 10, 2020 Source: DMMLS #616275	Sold	$139,900
Oct 25, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$139,900
Oct 19, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$139,900
Jan 4, 2000 Source: N/A	Sold	$45,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,618	$162,300

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

Around this home

McKinley Elementary School
PK-5
Public
267 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
McKinley has great staff, dedicated teachers, and wonderful students!
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What Locals Say about McKinley School - Columbus Park

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say there are sidewalks
92 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say there's holiday spirit
85 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say car is needed
73 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say kids play outside
64 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's quiet
40 % Say there are community events
31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 249 E Dunham Ave

What is 249 E Dunham Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 249 E Dunham Ave in Des Moines, IA is $173,300.
What is the price history for 249 E Dunham Ave?
249 E Dunham Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $139,900 in December 2020.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
Does 249 E Dunham Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 249 E Dunham Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 249 E Dunham Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 249 E Dunham Ave in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.